P083A

Transmission Fluid Pressure Sensor/Switch G Circuit

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

Incorrect gear shifting
Hard shifts
Transmission transition to emergency mode
Check engine light comes on
Decreased fuel efficiency

Causes

Transmission fluid pressure sensor malfunction
Open or short circuit in the sensor circuit
Poor contact in the sensor connector
Low transmission fluid level
Contaminated transmission fluid

How to Fix

Check the level and condition of the transmission fluid
Visually inspect the sensor circuit for damage
Check the contacts in the sensor connector
Test the transmission fluid pressure sensor
If necessary, replace the sensor or repair the circuit

Related codes

P083B P083C P083D